People management hackathon

What is a hackathon?

A hackathon is an event where people come together to discuss and find ways to solve problems – in this case, all about people management.

Here’s how it works: you’ll move between themed discussion tables alongside a small group of your peers; each table will be hosted by leading researchers who specialise in different areas of people management. Throughout the half day event, you will take part in three rounds of discussions (45 minutes each).

At each table, you’ll get an overview of practical research on a topic including:

• Workplace wellbeing
• Conflict resolution
• HR business partnering
• Distributed leadership
• Job crafting
• Return to work after illness

You’ll have the chance to ask questions, explore real challenges, and take away actionable insights that can make a difference in your organisation.

Co-hosted by the ESRC PrOPEL Hub (University of Strathclyde) and the CIPD, this collaborative format makes the day dynamic, engaging, and relevant - with opportunities to connect with peers and learn from different perspectives.

Lunch is included, giving you even more time to share ideas and expand your network.

Who should attend?

HR professionals, people managers, and organisational leaders looking for research-driven insights into workplace productivity and people management.

You are very welcome to attend on your own or , with colleagues from your organization. Please make sure that each person registers individually.

When signing up, indicate your session preference on the form. We will try to accommodate them, but spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Agenda:

10.15–10.30: Arrival and teas/coffee

10.30–10.45: Welcome and introductions

10.45–11.30: Round 1: table discussion

11.30–11.45: Break

11.45-12:30: Round 2: table discussion

12.30–13.15: Networking lunch

13.15 -14.00: Round 3: table discussion

14.00–14.30: Wrap up + key takeaways

Hosts:

Professor Colin Lindsay

Colin Lindsay is the Professor of Work and Employment Studies and Head of the Department of Work, Employment & Organisation at the University of Strathclyde Business School.

Dr Nicola Murray

Nicola Murray is a Knowledge Exchange Fellow at the University of Strathclyde and specialises in job crafting.

Professor Richard Saundry

Richard Saundry is a leading UK authority on workplace conflict, discipline, grievance and employment relations.

Frankie Saundry

Frankie Saundry is a Research Associate at the University of Westminster and led the development of the Skilled Managers online training course.

Professor Kevin Daniels

Kevin Daniels specialises in workplace health, wellbeing and safety.

Helen Fitzhugh

Helen Fitzhugh is a Research Fellow at the University of East Anglia and is best known as an engaged scholar working on the topic of workplace wellbeing.

Professor Martin McCracken

Martin McCracken is Research Director at Ulster University, he specialises in issues connected to Human Resource Development / Management, Employability and Organisational Change.

Professor Sara Connolly

Sara Connolly is Professor of Work and Employment at the University of Leicester. She is a specialist in developing and evaluating workplace wellbeing strategies.

Please note:

**Please be aware that the booking for this event will close on 7th January so do sign up early to avoid any disappointment**

1. This event will include external speakers who have prepared their own presentation. Any views or opinions expressed by the speaker are their own and do not reflect those of the CIPD.
2. This event is co-hosted with the University of Strathclyde and the PrOPEL Hub partners, your information will be shared with the University of Strathclyde and for the purposes of administering the event, such as: registration, name badges, table allocation, emergency contact.

Find out more about the Propel hub here: Propelhub.org